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Game Over?: Lisa Unger

Lisa Unger
Ready or not, here she comes!
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Ready or not, here she comes! New York Times bestselling author Lisa Unger, crowned the “queen of thrillers” makes her MOTIVE debut and invites you into the terrifying world of Close Your Eyes and Count to Ten. Step into Adele’s shoes as she fights to outsmart both human competitors and nature’s fury to make it home to her children. A seemingly innocent game of hide-and-seek on a remote island transforms into a lethal battle for survival when a mysterious threat begins hunting the players. Unger’s innovative mix of action and psychological drama will surely draw you in with an intoxicating effect.

Moderated by Shari Lapena.

Generously supported by The Marilyn and Charles Baillie Family Foundation.

"[Unger's] great at keeping you interested and not seeing all the twists that are coming with a fabulous cat-mouse game." – Sarah Michelle Gellar, Emmy-award winning actress An extreme game of hide-and-seek turns deadly in this riveting new thriller from New York Times bestselling author Lisa Unger, the "queen of thrillers you can also discuss with your book club" (BookPage). Charismatic daredevil and extreme adventurer Maverick Dillan invites you to the ultimate game of hide-and-seek. But as the players gather on Falcao Island, the event quickly spirals into a chilling test of survival.
cover of Close Your Eyes and Count to 10

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Lisa Unger is the NYT bestselling author of 22 novels. With books published in 33 languages and millions of copies sold worldwide, she is regarded as a master of suspense.

Dates & Times

Sat, June 28, 2025
6:30pm
7:30pm
A book signing will follow this event

Passes

3-Day Pass
Regular
$75 + $9.75 HST
Under 25
$45 + $5.85 HST
Saturday Pass
Regular
$35 + $4.55 HST
Under 25
$20 + $2.60 HST

Venue

Isabel Bader Theatre
93 Charles St West, Toronto, ON

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